Downstairs, Nikka was busily opening gifts. Most of it was clothes, jewelry, and gift cards for shopping. When she got to Eve’s gift, she tore off the wrapper and stared at the box for a moment.
“Aww, thanks for the canteen, sis,” Nikka said with a forced smile. Nikka put the box on the coffee table.
“Well, take a look inside,” Eve said.
“Why, is it a special kind of canteen?” Nikka asked. “When have you known me to like camping, Eve?”
“No, it’s—” Eve began again.
“Sometimes I wish you’d think about what I’d like for once,” Nikka said. Finally she reached over and picked up the box. “I mean, great, a . . .” She looked down at the open canteen box, and the exact sequined purse she had wanted was staring back up at her.
“Exactly what I wanted!” Nikka squealed. “I knew you’d get me the perfect gift, sis!”
Question
Use the passage to answer the question.
How does Nikka’s line “Sometimes I wish you’d think about what I’d like for once” add to the dramatic irony in the passage?
(1 point)
Responses
The reader knows that Nikka is not interested in camping.
The reader knows that Nikka is not interested in camping.
The reader knows that Eve picked a gift that she knew Nikka had been eyeing.
The reader knows that Eve picked a gift that she knew Nikka had been eyeing.
The reader knows that Nikka is joking with Eve and knows her sister got her something she would like.
The reader knows that Nikka is joking with Eve and knows her sister got her something she would like.
The reader knows that Eve usually picks out gifts that Nikka likes.
1 answer
The correct response is:
The reader knows that Eve picked a gift that she knew Nikka had been eyeing.
This line contributes to the dramatic irony because while Nikka is expressing disappointment, the reader is aware that Eve has actually chosen a thoughtful and perfect gift for her, which Nikka does not realize until she looks inside the box.
